by gesner12 on March 21, 2019
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ur Graduate Gemologist, Graydon Gesner, selected this absolutely gorgeous Art Nouveau Pin of Cleopatra as his jewelry pick of the month. He says, ” I love the fine workmanship of the enameling on her face which is so delicately and crisply finished.”
Pictured here is the Art Nouveau Pin of Cleopatra’s enameled face with her headpiece which features apx. .10ct. T.W. of single cut diamonds with VS-SI clarity and F color, as well as .07ct. T.W. of green demantoid garnets. There is an asp around her neck with a single cut diamond on its head. This 14k pin was made by the famous company Shreve & Co. in San Francisco. With the subtle attention to detail, this pin is a perfect example of the Art Nouveau era.
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3.13.19
by gesner12 on February 28, 2019
Henry Birks opened his first jewelry store in Montreal, Canada in 1879. His start up fund was $3,000. He went into partnership with his three sons, William, John and Gerald and changed his store name to Birks & Sons. He aggressively continued to add locations in Toronto, Winnipeg and Vancouver, as well as purchasing other local jewelry stores. He diversified into flatware and cut crystal later in his career. In November 2005, Henry Birks & Sons merged with Mayors Jewelry Group and continued their expansion into the United States and the UK. Birks & Sons is known as the Tiffany of Canada and is an older firm known for its very fine jewelry.
The Duchess of Sussex (Meghan Markle) wore Birks, 18 karat yellow gold opal, earrings at the announcement of her engagement to Prince Harry and considers Birks as one of her favorite jewelry brands. She has added $20,000 worth of Birks jewelry items to her own personal collection of jewelry.
The attached photo is an example of a classic Birks Art Deco diamond solitaire engagement ring. It features a .33ct. Apx. European Cut diamond with SI1 clarity and G-H color. An added plus is that the head is crafted in 18 karat white gold while the shank is crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. The two tone display of color gives it a striking look. This diamond Antique engagement ring is timeless in its design!
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2.25.2019
by gesner12 on February 21, 2019
Our Graduate Gemologist, Graydon Gesner, had no problem selecting his Jewelry Pick of the Month. He stated “I love the design of the ring and quality of the diamond, the accenting sapphires and meticulous filigree.”
This striking Platinum Art Deco diamond Antique engagement ring features a 1.30ct. Apx. European Cut diamond with VS2 clarity and H color. The center diamond is accented with .50ct. Apx. T.W. of synthetic (consistent with the time period) blue french baguette cut sapphires and .12ct. Apx. T.W. of single cut diamonds with VS2-SI1 clarity and G-H color, also superb quality. The overall ring has a unique design and is beautifully constructed with crisply detailed filigree. This is the diamond and sapphire Antique engagement ring to consider when only the best will do!
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1.31.19
by gesner12 on February 14, 2019
It was an easy decision for our Graduate Gemologist, Graydon Gesner, to select his favorite jewelry pick of the month. It is this lovely Art Deco diamond and sapphire ring which is crafted in platinum. He says, ” What makes it special to me is the brilliance of the diamond and the calibrated triangular and kite shaped synthetic sapphires. It is sure to be a hit for one lucky person!”
This Art Deco diamond and sapphire ring features a brilliant 1.30 carat apx. Transitional cut diamond with fabulous quality, VVS2 clarity and K color. Additionally, the center diamond is accented with .33 carats apx. total weight of unusual shaped synthetic sapphires as described above. Synthetic sapphires were often used during the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. Also accenting the mounting are .50 carats apx. total weight of transitional cut diamonds. The total package is blindingly beautiful and sure to please!
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1.2.19
by gesner12 on December 5, 2018
Edward Petri Jewelers and manufacturers was founded by Edward Petri in 1922. His firm created and manufactured jewelry in the European fashion using platinum, the king of metals, with diamonds and fine gemstones. He was considered to be one of the finest jewelers of his time. The third owner is currently Charles (Charlie) F. Walker and he continues to hand fabricate and custom make jewelry with equipment from the 1890’s.
This stunning diamond Petri Antique engagement ring, crafted in platinum, features a center 1.10ct. apx. emerald cut diamond with VS1 clarity and H color. Accenting European cut diamonds with approximately .20ct. apx. total weight with VS1-VS2 clarity and G-H color enhance this special ring. Bright and lively diamonds make this uniquely fashioned diamond engagement ring an enduring example of the Art Deco time period.
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12.4.18
by gesner12 on December 4, 2018
Founded in 1837, Elijah Peacock moved to Chicago from England to continue his watch and jewelry business which began three generations before. His son, Charles (C.D.) was born in 1838 and inherited the business after his father retired. Robert Peacock and W. C. Peacock, sons of C. D. Peacock, continued the business as President and Secretary-Treasurer.
In 1969, the parent company of Marshall Fields, Dayton Hudson Corp, bought the C. D. Peacock jewelry business. Ten years later, they became the first jewelry company to provide mail order jewelry. In 1982, Birks & Sons Ltd., located in Montreal, merged with C. D. Peacock. Seymour Holtzman became the newest owner in 1993. After all these years, this well established business is still operational in three locations in Chicago.
This classic Peacock Antique diamond Wedding set from the Art Deco era is still popular today. The engagement ring has a .80 carat Apx. center diamond with VS1 clarity and G color. Accenting the center stone are .20 carat Apx. total weight of tapered baguettes. The wedding band completes the beautiful wedding set. Traditional and beautifully crafted in the king of metals, platinum, this is a ring that is sure to become a family heirloom.
by gesner12 on November 29, 2018
Our Graduate Gemologist, Graydon Gesner, selected this fabulous Antique diamond engagement ring from the Art Deco time period as his jewelry pick of the month. ” I love the pure, bold Art Deco design. It is beautifully designed and the gallery is especially good-looking”.
This Antique diamond engagement ring, crafted in platinum, features a 1.31 carat apx. European cut diamond with VS1 clarity and M color. The mounting has .50 carat apx. total weight of European and Baguette cut diamonds with VS-SI clarity and G-H color. The curvature of this ring is especially alluring and sets this ring apart from others. It is sure to be noticed, unique in every way. A gorgeous ring! If you want the best, then this one is worth considering! Check our website -gesner.com.
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11.29.18
by gesner12 on November 1, 2018
This month’s Gemologist jewelry Pick of the month is this fabulous Edwardian diamond antique engagement ring. Graydon Gesner selected this ring, as his favorite, because of the intricate filigree. Every part of this ring has been affected by the jeweler, including the embossing of the shank with floral designs.
This Edwardian diamond engagement ring features approx. .50 carat European Cut diamond with VS2 clarity and G/H color; wonderful clarity and color. Additionally, the center diamond is accented with approx. .02 carat of Single Cut diamonds with VS1/VS2 clarity and G/H color. Notice the meticulous filigree and floral designs on the front and back sides of the ring mounting. Exceptional quality and attention to detail.
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ur Graduate Gemologist, Graydon Gesner, selected this absolutely gorgeous Art Nouveau Pin of Cleopatra as his jewelry pick of the month. He says, ” I love the fine workmanship of the enameling on her face which is so delicately and crisply finished.”